New Zealand vs Australia rugby: Live stream, TV channel, kickoff time and team news for the Bledisloe Cup clash
NEW ZEALAND and Australia lock horns in the final tie of the 2019 Bledisloe Cup. The Aussies hold the advantage heading into the final showdown after they registered their highest ever score against the All Blacks to win 47-26 in Perth last Saturday. Preparations are also well underway for the two sides ahead of the […]
NEW ZEALAND and Australia lock horns in the final tie of the 2019 Bledisloe Cup.
The Aussies hold the advantage heading into the final showdown after they registered their highest ever score against the All Blacks to win 47-26 in Perth last Saturday.
Preparations are also well underway for the two sides ahead of the Rugby World Cup which begins in September.
In the group stages, New Zealand face South Africa while Australia take on Six Nations champions Wales for the second tournament running.
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When is New Zealand vs Australia?
New Zealand take on Australia on Saturday, August 17.
The match kicks off at 8.35am in the UK – that’s 5.35pm in Australia and 7.35pm in New Zealand.
It will be held at Eden Park in Auckland.
What TV channel is it on and can I live stream it?
New Zealand vs Australia will be shown live on Sky Sports Action and Sky Sports Main Event.
Coverage will commence 35 minutes before kick-off, at 8am.
Sky Sports customers will be able to live stream the game online via the app on their computer, tablet and mobile devices.
Those without a subscription can purchase a Sky Sports Day Pass from NowTV for £8.99.
What is the team news?
NEW ZEALAND: Beauden Barrett, Sevu Reece, Anton Lienert-Brown, Sonny Bill Williams, George Bridge, Richie Mo’unga, Aaron Smith, Kieran Read (c), Sam Cane, Ardie Savea, Sam Whitelock, Patrick Tuipulotu, Nepo Laulala, Dane Coles, Joe Moody.
Reserves: Codie Taylor, Ofa Tu’ungafasi, Angus Ta’avao, Jackson Hemopo, Matt Todd, TJ Perenara, Ngani Laumape, Jordie Barrett.
AUSTRALIA: Kurtley Beale, Marika Koroibete, James O’Connor, Samu Kerevi, Reece Hodge, Christian Lealiifano, Nic White, Isi Naisarani, Michael Hooper (c), Lukhan Salakaia-Loto, Adam Coleman, Izack Rodda, Allan Alaalatoa, Tolu Latu, Scott Sio.
Reserves: Folau Fainga’a, James Slipper, Taniela Tupou, Rob Simmons, Liam Wright, Will Genia, Matt Toomua, Adam Ashley-Cooper.